Start your day healthy and satisfied with an easy-to-make metabolism-boosting chocolate almond breakfast shake! It only takes 5-minutes to prep. Plus, it's creamy and protein-packed.
Are you in a hurry to get out the door in the morning but still want to have a nutritious breakfast? This metabolism-boosting chocolate almond shake is for you! It's quick and easy to make, and it will give you sustained energy throughout the day. Plus, it tastes delicious!
Breakfast shakes are so satisfying and filling plus you can take them on the go! We consider a breakfast shake an essential part of our morning because:
- It's easy to make.
- It primes your metabolism.
- It sets you up for a clear, clean pattern of eating for the day.
This three-step process ensures you blend a metabolism-boosting breakfast!
Step-By-Step Instructions
Step 1: Begin with Core Shake Ingredients
- 1 - 2 Scoops of high-quality Protein Powder. Your powder should be between 15-25g of protein, less than 6g of carbohydrate, less than 2 grams of sugar, and preferably at least 2 grams of dietary fiber.
We like whey or pea protein the best. Here are my two favorites: Whey Proteinand Vega Protein & Greens
- 1 Tablespoon Chia and/or Flax Seed. This adds some healthy omega-3s and fiber to your shake. {optional}
- 4–8+ Ounces Dairy-Free Liquid. You may use one liquid alone or a combination of two different liquids (i.e. half water and half unsweetened almond milk. You may use less liquid if you prefer a thicker consistency to your shake. Add more liquid if you prefer a thinner consistency shake. Dairy-free liquid choices include Water, coconut milk, or unsweetened plain almond milk.
Step 2: Choose Some Add-Ins
The add-ins for your chocolate weight loss smoothie will give you some incredible nourishment for your day. Adding powerful nutrients in the form of fiber and/or fat will help keep you satiated and satisfied for several hours! Perfect! No snacking on empty calories! I recommend you choose at least 2 items from the list below:
- 1⁄2 ripe avocado
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened coconut flakes
- 1⁄2–1 ounce nuts (i.e. almonds, cashews, walnuts) or 1 Tablespoon nut or seed butter (i.e. almond or cashew butter)
- 1 scoop of Green SuperFood or Reds powder
- 1 tablespoon flaxseed Oil
- 1 tablespoon Hempseed
Update: If you like peanut butter, then you have to try PB Fit. It's great in this shake instead of the almond butter. It's our new favorite thing. Unlike high-fat regular peanut butter, PB Fit has only 1.5 grams of fat per serving/55 calories. It tastes great too!
Step 3: Blend and Enjoy!
Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to drink.
Recipe Tips
- If you want to mix up your routine, try adding ground cinnamon to your shake.
- You can use dairy milk in the recipe if you prefer.
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Metabolism Boosting Chocolate Almond Shake Recipe
Equipment
- Blender
Ingredients
- 1 - 2 Scoops High-Quality Protein Powder
- 1 tablespoon Chia and/or Flax Seed
- 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon almond butter
- 4 ounces unsweetened almond milk (with or without vanilla)
- 4 ounces coconut milk (full fat)
- ½ -1 cup ice
- Plus add-ins of your choice (flax seed oil, greens, etc.)
Instructions
- Starting with your liquid, place all ingredients in a blender.
- Turn on and blend until smooth. Enjoy!
Notes
- You may use less liquid if you prefer a thicker consistency to your shake. Add more liquid if you like a thinner consistency shake.
- Dairy-free liquid choices include: Water, coconut milk, or unsweetened plain almond milk.
Nutrition
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Samantha says
Is the coconut milk in this recipe the kind from a can or carton in the dairy section? Thank you!
Erin says
Good question, Samantha. Either one will work just fine. Enjoy!
Son says
What alternative can be use in place of coconut milk?
Erin says
Thanks for stopping by. Any milk you can tolerate would be good. Almond, soy or dairy are good alternatives.
Brigitte Cyr says
Erin can you use 2% regular milk or even whole milk?
Erin Henry says
Absolutely, you can use whatever milk or milk alternative you like.
Rhonda Fleming says
So glad I found this! It sounds very similar to my standby vanilla almond smoothie made with water, vanilla casein protein powder, almond butter, chia seeds, Splenda, vanilla extract and a splash DaVinchi sugar free Caramel flavored coffee syrup. I make it the night before so it's thickened a bit by the morning. YUM! Your chocolate version sounds like a delicious variation. I got some flax seeds to try with this. I'll report back!
Erin Henry says
Can't wait to hear how it goes, Rhonda. We make this several times a week because we like it so much.
Anne says
What can I sub in for protein powder if I don't any?
Erin says
Good question. You don't have to add any protein if you don't want to or don't have any. Otherwise, you could add milk, which has some protein.
Kathy says
Can't wait to try it. Sounds great
Erin says
Great! Enjoy this easy breakfast!